More Than a Principal: The Generational Impact of Gary Booher
Gary Booher, a beloved principal who served the community for nearly 3 generations, passed away.
My Recent Work
Animal Abuse Conviction Comes Ahead of Statewide Policy Change
An Aplington man plead guilty on an animal torture charge just before a house file would escalate the punishment from misdemeanor to felony.
Eminent Domain Gathering Draws Big Crowd
A gathering in Clarksville drew large support as discussion's over eminent domain legislation continues.
Short Walk Through Jail Leads to Added Charge
An inmate at the Butler County Jail escaped from her cell through the food tray slot, causing brief panick among jail staff.
Felony Charges Filed After Violent Thanksgiving Day Incident in Butler County
Thanksgiving took a dark turn for a Dougherty family when one member began firing, leading to a standoff with police.
Residents Unconvinced by Summit's New Outreach Efforts
Tension rose between landowners and Summit's Carbon Pipeline project during a Board of Supervisors meeting where a representative of the project was met with angry farmers and citizens in the rural community.
Sand Calls to 'Flip Tables in Des Moines
Rob Sand conducted a town hall in Butler County, speaking with the paper and citizens after announcing his campaign for Governor.
Toxins, Lifestyle, and Awareness: Unraveling Iowa's Cancer Puzzle
Dr. Shawn Ellerbroek, Iowa House Representative Candidate and cancer research professor at Wartburg College, went across Iowa to speak with rural communties about rising cancer risks and Iowa's number 2 spot for cancer diagnosis.
Butler County EMS Embraces Innovation Under Coates
Two years after Kari Coates took the position of EMS Coordinator, The Tribune gave an update to inform the public of the departments state under her leadership.
Legal Dispute Leaves Clarksville Trailer Park in Decline
Following a fire in a local trailer park, the long standing trailer park owner entered a legal battle for ownership of the park with a large LLC lasting nearly three years.
Proposed Battery Storage Facility Near Shell Rock River Sparks Community Concerns
Legal disputes arose during discussion of a proposed battery plant sparking community outrage and leading to local government intervention.
Grass Fires On The Rise!
During a meeting of the Board of Supervisors for Butler County a discussion was had about a series of grass fires that had caused infrastructure damage to several bridges throughout the county.